Why I Started Blooming Intention (And How It Can Help You Feel Calmer, Stronger, and More Empowered)

Hi friend,

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, burnt out, or just a little disconnected from yourself… I see you. I’ve been there too. That’s actually where the idea for Blooming Intention was born. From a place of seeking peace, clarity, and purpose.

Stitching as a Sanctuary

I’m Riga, the creator behind Blooming Intention. I’ve always loved making things with my hands, thanks to my mom, who passed down her creative spirit to me. From crochet to quilting to garment sewing, I’ve explored a little bit of everything. But when I found modern cross stitch, something shifted. It felt like home. The slow rhythm of the needle, the quiet satisfaction of watching an image form one tiny X at a time. It was meditative, soothing, and deeply grounding.

Cross stitch gave me a way to slow down in a fast-moving world. It helped me reconnect with myself, breathe a little deeper, and be more present in the moment. It quickly became more than a craft, it became a practice.

The Moment Everything Clicked

Around the same time, I was on my own personal growth journey, learning how our thoughts shape our reality, and how powerful our inner dialogue really is. A book that had a huge impact on me was Rewired by Nicole Vignola. It opened my eyes to the science of neuroplasticity, how our brains can literally change and heal when we shift our thoughts and beliefs.

That’s when it all clicked. I realized I could combine the mindful act of stitching with the transformative power of affirmations. What if this calming hobby could also become a tool for growth, healing, and self-empowerment?

And just like that, Blooming Intention came to life.

More Than Just a Cross Stitch Kit

Blooming Intention isn’t just about making something pretty (although you definitely will!). It’s about giving yourself a moment to pause and pour love into something meaningful. Each of my cross stitch pattern features a floral design and a powerful affirmation like "Everything I need is within me", "I trust the universe", or "Things are always working out for me."

Why affirmations? Because the words we repeat become the beliefs we live by. When you stitch these affirmations, you’re doing more than just following a pattern, you’re reinforcing a mindset. You’re slowing down, getting quiet, and literally stitching these truths into your subconscious, one intentional moment at a time.

Our patterns are beginner-friendly, thoughtfully designed and tested by me, and made to be more than a craft. They’re a ritual of self-care.

How I Hope to Help You

My hope is that Blooming Intention becomes your gentle companion in your own self-discovery. Whether you need:

• A stress-relieving hobby to ease anxiety and calm your mind
  
• A daily mindfulness practice that feels creative and fulfilling
  
• A way to begin rewiring your thoughts and replacing self-doubt with self-belief
  
• Or simply a moment of peace in a hectic world
  
  

…I created this for you.

Because I know what it feels like to need a moment to yourself. To need a reminder that you are capable, worthy, and enough, just as you are. And if stitching a few words can help you remember that, even just a little, then it’s more than just thread and fabric, it’s healing in your hands.

So take a breath. Pick up your needle. And let’s start stitching something beautiful, on the cloth, and within yourself.

With intention,
Riga